The reasons for making your home energy efficient are numerous, perhaps even obvious; saving money, helping the environment, improving indoor air quality which in turn creates a healthier living space and a healthier you, the list goes on and on!
Home Ownership: Simple seasonal tips for making your home more energy efficient
May 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Seller’s Checklist: Getting your home ready for the market
May 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Getting your home ready to sell can be extremely overwhelming and frustrating, but it really doesn’t need to be! Some of the stress can be alleviated by keeping yourself on track, by taking the time to decide what needs to be done before starting the process.
CREA: Home price trends increased in April 2012
May 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) released a report today stating that Canadian home price gains are generally expected to moderate, but there are a few hot spots where prices are being ‘fueled by some very strong housing market fundamentals’.
Condominium Living: Springtime gardening tips for your balcony
May 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Attention condominium dwellers: just because you live in a condo and don’t have a backyard doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a beautiful garden! With a little bit of planning you can extend your living space right onto your balcony.
Advice for Buyers: Create a Property Wish List
May 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Shopping for a new home should be an enjoyable experience, however, in reality for many it can often become a frustrating and challenging burden. That’s why I recommend putting together a property wish list before starting the process.
GTA REALTORS® Report May 2012 Mid-Month Resale Housing Market Figures
May 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) released their mid-month resale housing market report for May 2012 today.
CREA: Canadian home sales edge higher in April
May 15, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) released their report for April 2012 today. Activity for April 2012 was up or steady in half of all local markets with Toronto and Calgary posting the biggest monthly increases.
Termites: A reality in the GTA
May 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A lot of people don’t realize that termites are an issue in this city of ours. These wood starved insects first made their appearance in the 1930s as a result of US cargo ships being unloaded in and around Cherry Street harbour (or so the story goes) and since then they have spread their colonies.
CMHC: April 2012 Housing Starts Up
May 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) released the April 2012 Housing Starts report this week. The numbers show that housing starts are up from March at 244,900 units,